Physical Therapist | Flexible Work Options & Growth

Northwestern Medicine Catherine Gratz Griffin Lake Forest Hospital; Lake Forest (IL); On-site; USD 72,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Northwestern Medicine Catherine Gratz Griffin Lake Forest Hospital is seeking a licensed Physical Therapist for in-house registry work. The role includes direct patient care, teaching, and active participation in departmental processes and committees.

A strong emphasis on ethics, documentation, and multidisciplinary collaboration is required. Requirements include a Bachelor's Degree in Physical Therapy, Illinois licensure, and BLS certification at hire.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Physical Therapy is required.
• Licensed Physical Therapist in the State of Illinois is required.
• BLS (American Heart Association) certification upon hire is required.

Responsibilities

• Direct patient care and treatment planning.
• Teaching and mentoring students and interns.
• Participation on appropriate committees and department process improvement.
• Maintain documentation in EMR and ensure timely progress notes and discharge summaries.
• Adhere to Code of Ethics and department policies.

Skills

Direct patient care

Teaching

Professional leadership

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Physical Therapy

Licensed Physical Therapist in Illinois

Job description

Northwestern Medicine Catherine Gratz Griffin Lake Forest Hospital is seeking a licensed Physical Therapist for in-house registry work. The role includes direct patient care, teaching, and active participation in departmental processes and committees.

A strong emphasis on ethics, documentation, and multidisciplinary collaboration is required. Requirements include a Bachelor's Degree in Physical Therapy, Illinois licensure, and BLS certification at hire.